Why does the car still prompt to shift to P gear when it is already in P gear?
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If the car still prompts that it is not in P gear after parking, it is because the gear is not fully engaged. Simply shift it again. Here are the detailed explanations: 1. Do not force push or pull: When shifting to P gear, be careful not to force push or pull if the gear cannot be engaged, as this can easily cause damage to the vehicle. Shifting into reverse gear before the car has completely stopped can also easily cause gear damage. 2. Find the correct force point: When parking the car, do not shift to P gear while the engine is running. At the same time, when shifting to P gear, you need to first apply the handbrake, then shift into the parking gear (P gear), so that the force acts on the handbrake rather than on the P gear. Shifting gears requires skill and should not be done by force, as damage to the vehicle would be counterproductive.
My old car had a similar issue two years ago. It kept reminding me to shift to P gear even though it was already in P, which was really frustrating. After troubleshooting, we found several main causes: the gear position sensor might be stuck or the wiring could be aging and problematic—the position switch is right under the gear lever; a blown or loose circuit fuse could disrupt the current, causing the computer to misjudge; additionally, the small internal switch in the gear lever assembly might have poor contact due to frequent shifting wear. If not fixed promptly, this problem can be extremely dangerous when parking, as the car might roll, and the dashboard warning lights flashing constantly could affect other systems. I suggest first turning off and restarting the car as a temporary solution. If that doesn’t work, immediately take it to a 4S shop or repair shop for a thorough check of the sensors and wiring—replacing a fuse might just do the trick.
